Pesto marinara sauce
Low GI
GL 0.3 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 2 per 100 g
- Contains healthy unsaturated fats
- Moderate sodium content
Pesto marinara sauce has a glycemic index of 35, lower than plain Classic Marinara Sauce (45). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.3.
Updated Dec 10, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Classic Marinara Sauce
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 110 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 7 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4 g |
| Natural | 3 g |
| Added | 1 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1 g |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Saturated | 1.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 6 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains healthy unsaturated fats
- Source of antioxidants from tomatoes and basil
- Moderate sodium content
- Contains added sugars
- Moderately processed
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Pesto marinara sauce?
Pesto marinara sauce has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 0.3; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.
Is Pesto marinara sauce good for people with insulin resistance?
Pesto marinara sauce has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Classic Marinara Sauce has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Classic Marinara Sauce in this database, Lean ground turkey and tomato-based sauce with italian herbs has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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